SQL Server Developer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

LOCAL CANDIDATES WHO CAN BE ON-SITE IN VENTURA 3 DAYS PER WEEK

We are seeking an experienced SQL Server Developer with knowledge of C# / .NET for a long-term contract engagement supporting enterprise application development, data-driven systems, and ongoing platform enhancements. This role will work closely with application developers, business analysts, and infrastructure teams to design, develop, optimize, and support high-performance database solutions and integrated C# applications.

This is a hands-on role ideal for a senior-level developer who is comfortable owning database design, performance tuning, and application integration in a production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain SQL Server databases , schemas, tables, views, stored procedures, and functions

Optimize SQL queries, indexes, and execution plans to ensure performance and scalability

Understanding of  C# / .NET applications and services that interact with SQL Server databases

Collaborate with application teams to design efficient data access patterns

Support data migrations, enhancements, and ongoing production support

Participate in code reviews and contribute to development standards and best practices

Document database designs, data flows, and technical solutions

Work with business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical implementations

Required Skills & Experience

5+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server

Strong expertise in :

T-SQL

Stored procedures, functions, triggers

Indexing and query performance tuning

3+ years of professional experience with C# and .NET (Framework or .NET Core)

Experience building and supporting data-driven applications

Familiarity with ORM tools (Entity Framework or similar)

Experience with source control (Git, Azure DevOps, or similar)

Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

Ability to work independently in a contract environment

Nice to Have

Experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)

Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, etc.)

Experience with APIs and service-based architectures

Knowledge of data security, compliance, and role-based access controls

Experience in regulated or enterprise environments (healthcare, finance, government, etc.)

Contract Details

Long-term engagement with stable funding

Competitive hourly rate based on experience

Opportunity for extensions and additional project work

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.